Halifax heat pump rebates
In Halifax, the best-case combined heat pump rebate is up to $20,000: the Nova Scotia maximum plus up to $10,000 from the federal National Heat Pump Rebate (below-median income; $2,000 otherwise, not open yet).
Programs available in Halifax
| Program | Amount / terms | Status / notes |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency NS Home Energy Assessment rebates | $500/ton ducted, $300/ton ductless; cap $5,000 across all upgrades | Pre-approval; no replacement heat pumps |
| Moderate Income Rebate | Extra $1,500/ton ducted, $500/ton ductless; up to $10,000 total with HEA | Income criteria |
| HomeWarming | Free heat pump for eligible low-income households | Income criteria |
| HalifACT Home Energy Upgrade | Financing at 4.75% over 10 years for oil-heated homes built before 2000 that can cut energy use 50%+ | ~100 homes |
| Federal NHPR | Up to $10,000 / $2,000 | Not open yet |
The Nova Scotia caps cover all upgrades combined, not just the heat pump.
Next steps
- Get 2–3 quotes for an eligible cold-climate model (request quotes).
- Get pre-approval where required before installing.
- Check your total in the calculator and costs in the cost calculator.
See also: Nova Scotia rebates · Furnace died? · Heat pump costs · Ducted vs ductless
Sources: assets.ctfassets.net · www.halifax.ca · www.canada.ca
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FAQ
What heat pump rebates are available in Halifax?
Provincial Nova Scotia programs, any city programs listed on this page, and the upcoming federal National Heat Pump Rebate (up to $10,000 or $2,000).
What's the maximum combined heat pump rebate in Halifax?
Best case up to $20,000, depending on income, heating fuel and system type.
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